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Spain Installs Floating Barrier in Ceuta After Influx of Migrants
The New York Times • • world
Key Points:
- Spanish authorities are installing a floating barrier near a sea wall between Morocco and Ceuta following a recent surge of tens of thousands of migrants entering the territory.
- Most migrants, primarily young Moroccan men seeking work, have left Ceuta, with around 48,300 of the estimated 50,000 to 60,000 having returned to Morocco by late Friday.
- At least 67 people reportedly died attempting to enter Ceuta during the recent influx, highlighting the dangers faced by migrants.
- Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez announced the installation of buoys to create a physical or visual containment barrier to strengthen border control.
- The situation remains uncertain for migrants who stayed behind and are evading police and hostile local crowds.
